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title: "568 - Real-time qPCR Machine"
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# 568 - Real-time qPCR Machine

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f7af2a4-21e7-46a6-b559-26799dc5588d

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## Summary

Aston University is currently engaged in a tender process to procure a Real-time qPCR Machine, with a maximum budget of £150,000. The procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, and is located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The tender period will close on 26th January 2021, after which the contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2021 and run for one year until 31st January 2022. This open procurement method encourages participation from a variety of suppliers meeting the necessary criteria.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses within the laboratory equipment industry, particularly those specialising in precision and optical goods. Companies that can efficiently deliver, install, and maintain scientific equipment with a robust warranty offer would be well-suited to compete in this tender. With a clear deadline and specific budget, vendors who understand the requirements of academic institutions and possess the necessary certifications will find this to be an advantageous opportunity for growth.

## Notice

Aston University wish to procure 1 x Real-time qPCR Machine. Aston has a maximum budget of PS150,000 this is including VAT, delivered duty paid (DDP), and all other charges & taxes, delivery, installation, commissioning and acceptance costs where Aston anticipates that a minimum of 12 months parts and labour warranty and a minimum of 12 month servicing and maintenance must be included. Aston also require and must have delivery of the Goods on site by 31st March 2021.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33696c68-f75a-4960-89f3-9f2fe78fdd7d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 11 Jan 2021 at 18:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33696c68-f75a-4960-89f3-9f2fe78fdd7d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33696c68-f75a-4960-89f3-9f2fe78fdd7d
  11th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=b50ed4f2-3d54-eb11-8106-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

## Provenance

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